Horoscope: July 24

Aries (March 21-April 19): If you haven't yet nabbed that pie in the sky, consider yourself among the lucky ones. The thrill is in the chase.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): The one who checks in "just to see how you are doing" obviously wants something, but is that so bad?

Gemini (May 21-June 21): Maybe you're not totally ready for a venture. But it's probably too late to go back, so you may as well go forward.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): Your need for acknowledgment is the same as everyone else's, so why feel embarrassed that you want to be noticed?

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): You're asked to be subtle, diplomatic and discreet. Using your soft voice and sparsely chosen words, you're heard. Sagittarius is among the most receptive.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Afraid that your minor requests will be overlooked, you make them major ones. You say what you need with vivid expression and a sense of urgency. It's no wonder your needs get handled before the others'.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You may as well be wearing a T-shirt that says "dare me." That sparkle in your eye invites people to involve you. Scrumptious but risky offers come from surprising people.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): You're eager to complete a transformation and wonder if you're halfway yet. It's futile to quantify these things, though. You're always changing, and wherever you are in the process you're beautiful.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that a problem is about money -- it's rarely really about money. Focus on building your banks of creativity by following your interests and the problem gets solved.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your feistiness is lovable, but only to those who are not afraid of you. Those who don't know you well may be intimidated by your willingness to confront. Temper your message with a gentle attitude.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your thoughts are speaking so loudly inside your head that it's almost uncomfortable to keep them to yourself. Share. Speak your mind. Your fresh take inspires others to look at things differently.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): The water signs are the most psychic in the zodiac, and you now have your own kind of nonverbal communication with fellow H2O people -- that's Pisces, Cancer and Scorpio.

Today's birthday (July 24): There is nothing common about this year as you lead yourself and others to accomplish one worthy purpose after another. Your spectacular talent for interpersonal dealings helps you in love and work over the next four weeks. You'll be appointed to a position, perhaps by popular vote. Gemini and Pisces adore you. Your lucky numbers are 8, 10, 4, 39 and 16.

Holiday Mathis writes her column for Creators Syndicate Inc. The astrological forecast should be read for entertainment. Previous horoscopes are at latimes.com.